Vitamin C
Supports vitamin C intake and collagen synthesis.
Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.
What the evidence says
Useful when dietary intake is low. Limited benefit otherwise.
Typical dose & timing
Dose: 100–500 mg/day
Timing: Any time; often paired with collagen.
Role in a stack
Micronutrient support.
Redundancy check: Usually covered by diet in most people.
Cautions & safety
High doses can cause GI upset.
Water-soluble. High doses not well retained.
Best for
low fruit/vegetable intake · collagen pairing
References
- Vitamin C supplementation slightly reduces exercise-induced oxidative stress. International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism (2012)
Vitamin C has strong evidence for preventing scurvy and supporting collagen synthesis. Low priority for those with adequate fruit and vegetable intake.
Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.